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Pinewood Derby® Race and Best-in-Show Contest

Pinewood Derby® Race and Best-in-Show Contest
  • Date

    Apr 3
  • Time

    10 am – 5 pm
  • Ages

    All Ages
  • Admission

    Included with Admission

Pinewood Derby® Official Race Day

On your mark, get set … for the second greatest spectacle in racing! The Indiana State Museum will host the official race day on Sat., April 3, 2027. This day will also include our annual best-in-show contest. Fun Runs are March 24-April 4, 2027 (closed Easter, March 28).

  • All participating cars for the official race day must be registered by 10:30 a.m. (registration opens at 8:30 a.m.) as race starts at 11 a.m. This time could slightly shift due to number of participants.
  • Enter a derby car by 2 p.m. for the best-in-show contest in which cars will be awarded based on visual design.
  • Participants can be in both the official race and best-in-show contest, but the car must be registered and at the best-in-show booth by 2 p.m.

Download the Official Race Day Rules and Best-in-Show Categories.

Ticketing Info

Racing is open to the public and is included in museum admission. When you purchase admission online, you save $1 per ticket. Includes $4 parking validation.

Discounted tickets must be purchased in person. Access Pass members need to purchase tickets in person OR call 317.232.1637 to receive discounted prices.

Member
FREE
Adult
$23
Senior
$21
Child
$17
Access Pass
$5
Indiana College Student with ID
$5
Girl Scouts, Scouting America and their families
50% discount